IT Network Engineer
ICT Department Grade: Career Grade E–G (£33,603 - £54,696) Permanent Location: Force Headquarters, Liverpool, Merseyside About the Role We a…
Network Manager
West London | Full Time | Permanent
We’re working with one of London’s most respected independent schools to appoint a Network Manager to a key senior IT role.
This is a high-profile opportunity for a Network Manager to join a prestigious, high-performing environment where technology is taken seriously, infrastructure is business-critical, and standards are exceptionally high. You’ll be stepping into a visible role with real ownership, supporting a complex estate while helping shape the future direction of IT across the organisation.
For an experienced Network Manager or senior infrastructure professional, this is a standout opportunity to take on a broad, business-critical remit with genuine autonomy and impact.
The role
Reporting to the Director of Digital Strategy and IT, the Network Manager will take ownership of the organisation’s technical infrastructure, acting as the senior technical escalation point and leading on network performance, infrastructure improvement, cloud services, security, and project delivery.
What you’ll be doing
Own and manage the network and infrastructure estate
Act as the senior escalation point for complex 3rd and 4th line issues
Lead on wired and wireless networking, switching, routing and firewall configuration
Support and develop both on-prem and cloud infrastructure
Manage Active Directory, Azure AD and core identity services
Oversee Microsoft 365, including Exchange, SharePoint, Teams and Intune
Deliver infrastructure and IT projects from design through to implementation
Work closely with internal stakeholders to scope and prioritise technical initiatives
Take responsibility for cyber security controls, backups, disaster recovery and business continuity
What they’re looking for
Significant experience in a senior infrastructure, network or systems role
Strong networking knowledge across VLANs, switching, routing, firewalls and Wi-Fi
Strong experience with Active Directory and Azure AD
Strong Microsoft 365 and wider cloud services experience
Experience with Microsoft Intune and device management
A proven background in resolving complex technical issues
Experience delivering technical projects successfully
A confident communicator who can work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Particularly relevant experience
HPE / Aruba networking
Managing or mentoring technical engineers
Working with external suppliers and contractors
Backup, DR and cyber security solutions
Previous experience in education or a school environment
Why this role stands out
Join an exceptionally reputable organisation
Step into a senior, visible and trusted Network Manager role
Take ownership of a broad and business-critical technical estate
Combine hands-on technical leadership with project delivery and strategic input
Package
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Additional hours as reasonably required
28 days annual leave
Bank holidays plus Christmas closure
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ICT Department Grade: Career Grade E–G (£33,603 - £54,696) Permanent Location: Force Headquarters, Liverpool, Merseyside About the Role We a…